Quarter Plate

$12,500.00

COMFORTABLE! As the light streamed into the room from the window, with part of the molding visible on the right side of this magnificent archivally taped quarter plate, someone's beautiful dog reclined totally relaxed while watching the daguerreotypist who must have also been his master work as he made a perfect exposure. There is sumptuous richness, astounding contrast and fantastic reflective depth in one of the greatest likenesses of a canine that I have ever seen. That streak is an artifact from the past and barely noticeable in hand. It might have soaked off in distilled water but who wants to take a chance with such a remarkable portrait? The dag frosting is half as prominent when the image is viewed. There are several original bends in the surface from the day the plate was made but they are invisible when the dog is scrutinized. This was not the first time the animal had laid in the warm sunshine next to the glass. Notice the scratches in the wooden surface of the chest of drawers. As an aside, wouldn't that pattern of wallpaper have driven you crazy? Ah those conservative mid-19th century Victorians! The lovely leather case has a new spine and a luscious blue velvet pad.

Terms of Sales

Purchasing: The first person to inquiry (via phone 603-772-9065 or email dennis@finedags.com) will have the first opportunity to acquire the item.

Payment: When a daguerreotype or photograph is purchased, the total price for the image plus shipping and insurance will be given. Payment must be received in five working days or the image will be sold to the next interested buyer. For your convenience, I will accept a check, money order or PayPal at the time of your phone call/email. Please be certain to include your correct shipping address, phone number and email address during the transaction. We will gladly ship all images internationally.

Shipping: Since we have recently had an incident with the USPS I have decided that from now on, Erin, Casey and I will send every image through the mail requiring a certified mail receipt that requires your signature. The additional charge will be $3.45, plus the cost of the Priority Mail. We will waive the signature requirement if you make a purchase from us and tell us in an email that you would like the parcel sent Priority Mail with the normal delivery confirmation slip. I know how bothersome this is, but we want to provide the best images and service possible, within the limitations of the carriers we work with. As for insurance on packages, don't believe for a moment that carriers who allow you to purchase it, will completely back up any claim.

Guarantee: I will make every effort to faithfully reproduce and describe each item. Upon receipt of the daguerreotype, case or related item; if you are dissatisfied for any reason, it may be returned (in the original condition along with proper packaging and insurance) within three working days. I would appreciate a call or email first to let me know of your intentions. A full refund, minus the initial shipping and insurance costs will be made.

Fine Daguerreotypes & Photography is a family affair. We diligently search out the finest daguerreotypes, ambrotypes, tintypes and photography. We take great pride in our presentations and services. We sincerely hope that you will find images to add to your collections. Thank you for your support.